Pear Cucumber Mint Kefir Beauty Smoothie

Best for

A light breakfast side or afternoon snack when you want fluid, fruit and a little protein without a heavy drink.

Recipe ingredients

• 1 small ripe pear, cored and chopped
• 1/2 cup peeled cucumber slices
• 1/2 cup plain kefir or plain yogurt
• 1 teaspoon chia seeds
• 4 fresh mint leaves
• 1/4 cup cold water or ice, plus more as needed
• Optional: squeeze of lime

How to prepare

1. Add pear, cucumber, kefir, chia and mint to a blender.
2. Blend until smooth and creamy.
3. Add water or ice for a lighter texture.
4. Taste before adding lime; pear may be sweet enough.

When to drink

Enjoy in the morning or as a cool snack. If dairy does not suit you, use unsweetened coconut yogurt or a plain plant yogurt you tolerate.

Variations

• Add collagen peptides if they fit your routine.
• Use green apple instead of pear for a tarter version.
• Skip mint if your digestion dislikes it.

Quick Checklist

• Use plain, unsweetened kefir or yogurt.
• Keep added sweetener unnecessary.
• Adjust liquid slowly for texture.
• Drink soon after blending.

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